Don Baker, a blind young man, moves into his own apartment against the wishes of his overprotective mother. Jill Tanner, the freethinking young woman next door, takes a liking to him and his meticulously kept apartment. As they begin a closer relationship, Don’s mother, Mrs. Baker, enters to “help” her son navigate his new life. Butterflies are Free is a funny, touching and emotional play about the risks that go with loving someone.
Theatre World Awards | |||
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1971 | Theatre World Award | Winner |
Tony Award | |||
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1970 | Best Featured Actress in a Play | Nominee | |
1970 | Best Direction of a Play | Nominee | |
1970 | Best Featured Actress in a Play | Winner |